Masa Restaurant in Hannover

Four of us ate at Masa on a Saturday evening. The outdoor area, with a small waterfall and lots of greenery, looks very beautiful. We sat outside because they also provide blankets to keep us warm. The food was overall okay: the highlight was the Kabuli rice and the Dubai dessert. Unfortunately, some dishes were served in chipped plates, which is a no-go in my opinion in a restaurant... What really brought the evening down, however, was the poor, almost nonexistent service. One young waitress in particular, with long black hair and equally long nails, seemed like she couldn't be bothered. Please find another job if you don't like being around people! We tried what felt like a thousand times throughout the evening to get our attention, but the waiters barely looked in our direction, instead serving other guests outside. After 30 minutes, we went looking for a waiter ourselves. The young, grumpy woman completely ignored our raised hands and rushed past us to call it a night. We didn't feel welcome. We wouldn't visit this restaurant again.

A green oasis in the middle of the city. It was crowded and the service was a bit overwhelmed.

As a traveller from Australia, I had the pleasure of dining at Masa Restaurant in Hannover, and it was a delightful experience. Situated in the heart of the city, this Afghan eatery offers an authentic taste of Afghan cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The menu features a variety of traditional dishes, all prepared with fresh ingredients and aromatic spices. Standout items include the flavorful lamb chops and the signature mantu (steamed dumplings), which were both cooked to perfection. The portions were generous, and the presentation was impeccable. The staff at Masa were attentive and friendly, providing excellent service throughout the meal. The restaurant itself is cozy and clean, with a relaxed ambiance that makes it suitable for both casual dining and special occasions. For those seeking halal options, Masa Restaurant is a fantastic choice, as all dishes are 100% halal. It's also conveniently located near public transportation, making it easily accessible for both locals and tourists. Overall, I highly recommend Masa Restaurant for anyone looking to enjoy authentic Afghan cuisine in Hannover.

I really like this restaurant and often come here to eat alone The rice is delicious

We've been coming here for almost 30 years whenever we're in Hanover. The food is always good and the service is friendly.

We had dinner with our family at Masa Restaurant today. The food and drinks were delicious. Excellent service and a great chef topped everything.

Very friendly, the food came quickly, and it was delicious. The new dessert was also great!

We had an excellent dinner here as a family. The service was excellent, the food incredibly delicious, and the portions more than generous. We highly recommend it!

A lovely and light evening, but by the end I was feeling heavy because I was so stuffed! We opted for lots of tapas, which were conveniently arranged on a large platter and were all delicious. The wine and beer were well chilled, and my cocktail was perfect. We'll be back ❤️

We had a delicious lunch here today. The restaurant is very cozy and authentic. We received excellent advice regarding the dishes and would be happy to come back.

Very tasty food, at least to a layperson, seems authentic. The ambiance is great. Plus points for the fact that they serve beer and a cocktail happy hour. A minor downside for Bavarian visitors would be that they don't know what a "Helles" is.

An experience restaurant. Afghan food is, of course, a matter of taste. I liked it.

Nice restaurant, friendly service, good food, large portions, highly recommended

The restaurant is located in an inconspicuous courtyard, and the outdoor area is a green oasis in the middle of the city center. We were there on a rather hot day, but the shady plants made it very pleasant. The food was delicious and highly recommended. Thanks for a lovely time!

Beautiful place Warm welcome Very good quality of service

Kind restaurant, good ambience and lovely atmosphere, I recommend

A wonderful place! Great atmosphere and incredible service, I loved everything!

Great food. Friendly staff. Nice place.

The overall concept was quite disappointing: - untrained, unprofessional staff, a completely confusing menu, at least a third of which had nothing to do with Afghan cuisine, and some of it was even prepared incorrectly. The soup (Aash) had nothing in common with Persian Aash, and the mantu pockets were made so enormous for the sake of simplicity that you wouldn't find them in any Afghan household. It was only when I was paying that they asked if everything was okay, and when I said no, I received only dirty looks and no apology, let alone a discount. I think a lot of people only go there for the low prices for food and the cheap alcohol...

The food at this restaurant is really delicious.Only 5*. The only problem is that when you are not familiar with Afghani cuisine the waiters there can't help (though was in our case) or maybe they can't explain it in German:( In any case,we will come again:)

Interesting restaurant serving Afghan cuisine. Nicely decorated with friendly service.

Even though Masa is located in the heart of the city, it's very quiet and beautiful outside, and the interior of the restaurant is partly reminiscent of an Afghan restaurant. I was a bit surprised when I discovered schnitzel among the main courses—well, there's something for everyone, after all. 🤔

Getränke und Essen haben auf sich warten lassen. 1 kleines Glas Leitungswasser wurde mit 90 cent berechnet. Der Spinat bei dem einen Gericht war versalzen, leicht angerannt und schmeckte wie mehrmals aufgewärmt, er sah optisch eher aus wie Grünkohl. Der Hauch an Tomatendeko schmeckte nach Fertigsauce. Das andere Gericht wurde auf einem angeschlagen Teller serviert, schmeckte fad und war lieblos mit Trocken Kräutern bestreut. Auf unsere Kretik wurde nicht angemessen reagiert, sondern erwidert, das wir die Ersten seien, denen es nicht geschmeckt hat.

I love this restaurant! Yesterday we sat in this beautiful outdoor area and felt like we were on vacation ☀️... delicious food, great service... simply top-notch 👍

Beautiful after a long day at church and delicious food

Wonderful taste, great ambience

Used to be good. Service was overwhelmed during today's visit. Waiting time underground. You shouldn't accept tables if you can't serve them.

It's actually a real shame, I was happy to go to the restaurant, but it was a total disappointment, I ordered something nice after only 30 minutes, the drinks came, after more than an hour the food finally came, you wait for an incredibly long time, a star rating from me

Away from the city, in a quiet courtyard there is a peaceful terrace. Inside a corner covered with oriental rugs. Warm and local atmosphere, inexpensive.

Food good, price performance is right. Cleanliness in the restaurant OK. I didn't use the toilet. Masa Burger leg of lamb and jackets very tasty. Fresh salad. I wanted 2 more coffees after dinner, which easily took 3/4 hours as the restaurant was moderately full, despite saying it twice. Service very understaffed. Ordering didn't work the first time because it was probably a new employee. There were too many savings. Tables very small for the large plates that are served on. It's a shame otherwise there would have been more stars.

The food wasn't fresh and didn't taste good at all and it was served cold. I had diarrhea after eating. 🤢 Service also unfriendly! I'll never come back, I don't recommend it.

Eat and drink deliciously. 💁 very friendly and the atmosphere is very interesting. Recommended.

I ordered the Kabili with lamb. The meat was very dark, extremely salty and seemed like it had been warmed up - not fresh. When I asked for hot sauce, it was simply brought to me without any indication of additional costs. What happened next was a nightmare: Hours later, my friend and I both had severe stomach pains and diarrhea. At that time I couldn't determine the cause. I didn't finish the whole dish at lunchtime, I just took the rest out of the fridge in the evening and warmed it up. After that it really started – yellow, watery diarrhea, constant trips to the toilet, no chance to go out at all. We're actually in Hanover for a tournament - but my day was completely ruined, with a hot water bottle and stuck on the toilet. Really a horror. I hope that the responsible authorities will take a closer look here.

Kabili is delicious🤤 Remember to try Doogh for drinks, it is a perfect match with Kabili.

Everything about Masa is just right. Top food, competent and friendly service. This is how I imagine a restaurant!

Be sure to reserve!!! The food is sensational!

Brilliant place! Fantastic food in a great atmosphere, whether outside in the courtyard or inside on the carpets, you immediately feel at home!

More than an hour waiting for our food when the restaurant is half empty. Won't come again.

I loved this restaurant! The food was amazing even though the portions were huge in my opinion… The service was quick and easy the waitress was very kind and friendly! The atmosphere was nice full of color and afghani culture

A really great restaurant, price - performance = 100%! The bartender Patrik makes the best cocktails in Hanover.

The meal was actually quite delicious, but the waiter's behavior was a no-go for us. At Masa, you can add a small selection from the "Small Items" list to your main course. The combo price then includes a certain discount. Our favorite spinach dumplings, "Sambosa Sabsi," weren't listed as a possible additional "side dish" under the main course. We spoke to the waiter about it, and he told us that they couldn't be combined, but he could make an exception and bill them together. We were then served the main course along with two (!) small spinach dumplings on one plate. Then, when we got the bill, we were surprised: the two small spinach dumplings were billed separately and at full price (€8.50). When the manager (?) confronted his employee, the waiter acted as if everyone had already realized that the full price would be charged and avoided a conversation with us. So what was the exception, which isn't normally possible? Apparently, it was that instead of two plates, you get both on one...

Unfortunately, I was dissatisfied with my visit. The service was unfriendly and inattentive, and everything took a very long time. The waitress brought me a small water instead of a large one and argued instead of correcting the mistake. Unfortunately not a good experience.

Yes, I experienced very interesting new dishes. Very tasty. Service quite friendly

Various appetizers were ordered and served as a great platter. Super tasty, would love to come again.

I loved the delicious food at Masa! The service was very attentive and took good care of us. The restaurant was busy at lunchtime, which led to a short wait. I liked the atmosphere, even if it was a bit busy. I would happily recommend it!

Because of you, a lady got food poisoning yesterday and had to be treated in the hospital. Pay attention please…… Better go somewhere else.

We waited >1h for our food (we were told 30 min.). The waiter didn't ask us if we wanted to drink something. Neither at the beginning nor while we waited for the food. Service definitely needs to be be improved. The food was average.

Went here because our uber driver recommended this place. Delicious food, great friendly service and amazing vibes! We recommend carpet seating!

Good food, service could be improved but good.

I ordered chicken with salad. The meal was very small. It consisted of 100 grams of lettuce and just 60 grams of chicken and, at a price of 16.99 euros, is not worth more than 2 euros.

Very good food and great ambience. If the weather is good, I recommend sitting outside. Even though you are in the middle of the city, it is pleasantly quiet.

You can try it out, but unfortunately I don't think the price-performance ratio is right. Kabuli of the same quality in Frankfurt for almost half the price, the Mango Lassi was unfortunately borderline. In any case, there is still some room for improvement.

I had the pleasure of visiting this fantastic restaurant in Hanover and I absolutely love it! As soon as I entered I felt the warm and inviting atmosphere. The furnishings were stylish and cozy, so you immediately felt at home. The food was simply amazing! Every bite was a taste experience. The dishes were freshly prepared, beautifully presented and a real highlight in terms of taste. I was particularly impressed by the variety and quality of the food. The service was also excellent. The staff was friendly, attentive and made us feel welcome. My sisters and I felt completely comfortable. All in all it was an unforgettable experience. I can wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant and am already looking forward to my next visit. Simply mega, mega delicious and a place you'll love to be!

Dieses Restaurant kann ich niemandem empfehlen: Das Ambiente ist unterirdisch! Wir saßen in einer Halle mit einem Charme zwischen Bahnhofshalle und Leichenschauhaus. Als ich dort ankam, traute ich meinen Augen nicht: Man sitzt dort unter Neonlicht über grauem Vinylfußboden an Tischen mit verstreuten einzelnen Plastikblüten. Nur scheußlich! Ich war mit einer Gruppe dort und bekam mein Essen, nachdem alle anderen bereits fertig mit essen waren. Der Service war komplett überfordert, auch an den anderen Tischen. Hoffentlich nie wieder.

Had dinner here with my German hosts in Nov 2024. It had a nice ambience, efficient service and sumptuous food. I would like to dine here whenever I visit this city.

One of the best restaurants in Hannover A very good and delicious experience and the restaurant is recommended The staff is nice The toilet is clean

For a room that is otherwise empty, we sat with 5 people. Didn't make a mess, didn't eat or drink anything. Then we would be told. If we want to do this again we have to pay 220 euros in room rent. Extra service. Too much effort. Food was okay.

A nice restaurant with friendly service and a good selection of dishes. The quality of the food was good and the atmosphere was pleasant. One point deducted because it was quite full and therefore a bit noisy

The food was very tasty. However, we sat in a corner where the waiters often overlooked us.

We had a lovely evening at Masa. The food was, apart from the burger, which was a bit dry and not really a burger, just a meatball... Otherwise very tasty. Everything was explained to us very well by the service and everyone was very polite and friendly. The furnishings are a bit simple, so you actually felt like you were on vacation. It seemed authentic. We felt comfortable.

Very nice atmosphere and good food. Super friendly staff

We had dinner there with twelve colleagues for the Christmas party. First we would all be seated at a fake table that was far too small. After an additional table was added upon request, the staff discovered that our actual table was different and we had to move to another room again. It was very uncomfortable there. Unfortunately, most of us found the food to be very average. Next time we'll eat somewhere else.

Das Essen ist sehr gut, das Restaurant sauber, freundliches hilfsbereiten Personal. Was will man mehr, hatten eine tolle Lammkeule und die Kichererbsen mit Teigtaschen. Die Portionen sind mehr wie ausreichend! Macht weiter so!

The food tasted very tasty 😋. I recommend it

Very tasty dishes, super friendly staff. We each had a starter and a main course and were more than full afterwards! Absolutely okay in terms of price!

Very delicious, 15-20 per person Ordered lamb shank with basmati rice and lamb chops with fries (didn’t take a photo, it’s not as delicious as the lamb shank) There are also dumplings and pancakes (similar to scallion pancakes, crispy)

Masa has been my absolute favorite restaurant for over 20 years. Whenever I'm in Hanover, it's an absolute must to go there. The Afghan food tastes 100% “like my mother’s” and just as I, as an Afghan, know it from home. Anyone who wants to taste authentic Afghan cuisine should definitely go. Must order: Kabili, Aschak or Mantu. The prices are decent and absolutely fair. If I could, I would give it 10 stars! Thank you, dear Masa team, for giving me back a piece of my childhood through you!

I wasn't familiar with Afghan food before - very tasty. Lots of vegetarian choices. Ambience is special.

🌟 Tonight we enjoyed an unforgettable Afghan meal at the Masa restaurant in the center of Hannover. From the moment you step into the restaurant, the warm atmosphere sets the tone for this dining experience. We ordered lamb pilaf, grilled mushrooms and a refreshing mango lassi. The highlight of the meal was undoubtedly the lamb pilaf - the lamb shank was braised to be incredibly tender and juicy, paired with fragrant spiced rice, making every bite unforgettable and perfect! The grilled mushrooms added a rich flavor to the meal, and the smoky aroma balanced the overall texture just right. And what about mango lassi? The rich fruity aroma and smooth taste make the whole dining experience a perfect ending. If you are in Hannover and want to try a unique gastronomic experience, Masa Restaurant is definitely worth a try!

It says halal, but alcohol is sold.

Get involved...I really like to eat well seasoned food, so it wasn't really my thing...Salt and pepper were missing in the food and also on the table...good selection of starters, very nice staff, value for money in any case top....

Came here on the recommendation of friends. We didn't regret it. Nice atmosphere, very friendly and courteous staff and very good food. Wasn't our last visit here. 😀

Super tasty and authentic food. The service is extremely attentive and extremely friendly and accommodating. The restaurant has lots of cute seating areas and a very nicely done outdoor courtyard area. Definitely worth one (or several) visits. Highly recommended!!

Very generous portions. Rice, lamb and the dumplings are highly recommended. You have the option to eat sitting on a chair or crouching on a carpet.

Everything is great! Definitely coming back :)

Top place with great food!! I always bring new colleagues and friends and introduce them to the wonderful Afghani Cuisine! And hopefully when person is not vegan or vegetarian.. they can try out the Kabili Pulao. 🙌🏻 A must have.

We were out enjoying the city and geocaching around town. We were starving and began looking for a place to eat. We came across the sign on the sidewalk for Masa. We walked down the alley to find the restaurant way in the back. We sat and began examining the menu. We made our decisions and ordered. We all tasted each other’s food then there was an argument at the table as to which plate was the best. The service was also great, our server Aiyou was fantastic and very attentive.

One of the few restaurants in the city that I can really recommend. I've been here twice with a group, where we ordered a variety of dishes, and everyone was extremely satisfied. Everything tasted fresh and was very well combined. Large vegetarian selection. More than fair value for money. And lastly, you get the impression that it is a restaurant that really has love and passion for food as its motivation.

The food was very, very little – I have never expected so little! It really surprised me at such high prices. I recommend my fellow Afghans not to visit this restaurant!

My sister and I are just thrilled!

Unfortunately we had to wait a very long time for our food. When we asked politely, we were told that we weren't at McDonalds. I haven't had to wait anywhere for over an hour. The drinks also took forever. Food itself was delicious.

Great restaurant! Everyone was very nice and polite! Staff and visitors are very friendly and nice! Eat a 1000/1000!🤍

Nice ambience, you can even sit on cushions and eat at small tables like the locals. The service was super fast and friendly too. The food also came very quickly and tasted absolutely delicious.

In addition to the excellent food and drinks, you feel like you're in one other world. If you are still mobile enough to sit on the floor, just give it a try. The tables are also cozy, but much more comfortable. A lovely evening

I went out to dinner with my friends and we ordered leaf dinners for six people to surprise us. The food was not only far too little, but also extremely uncreative. Unfortunately, I blindly trusted the innkeepers and paid a high bill. After checking closely, we were shocked to see that many extras were charged. For example, we were charged for two plates of lamb chops even though we only got one (23 euros). Likewise, we only received one chicken goulash but paid for two (2 x 21 euros). Never go to these scammers again!

Worse food than you think. Location is very good but the food was very little and tasteless.. There are definitely better ones than Masa. Staff was okay but like I said. That is very expensive and little...

The location is great but the food for a small child was disappointing. Price wise it was expensive. Overall it was a really bad experience. Therefore I will give a very bad review Don't recommend it to anyone...

I don't recommend the restaurant! The food wasn't tasty as it should be.

It was really delicious and excellent, the food and good treatment and everything was excellent. I suggest you try it once

Ich war mit meinen Freunden essen, und wir haben ein Blätteressen für sechs Personen bestellt, um uns überraschen zu lassen. Das Essen war nicht nur viel zu wenig, sondern auch extrem unkreativ. Leider habe ich den Wirtsleuten blind vertraut und eine hohe Rechnung bezahlt. Nach genauer Kontrolle waren wir schockiert, dass viele Extras berechnet wurden. Zum Beispiel wurden uns zwei Teller Lammkoteletts in Rechnung gestellt, obwohl wir nur einen bekommen haben (23 Euro). Ebenso haben wir nur ein Hühnergulasch erhalten, aber für zwei bezahlt (2 x 21 Euro). Nie wieder zu diesen Betrügern!

It was positively different and surprising. The food was very tasty and was a nice recommendation. You're welcome....

I've been there twice, it used to be a really great restaurant.

We sat outside in nice weather. The service was very nice and took good care of us. Except sometimes a glass or something similar was forgotten and you had to remember again, but that wasn't a big deal. The food was good enough in portions but the taste was not to my liking. But that was just my feeling. Otherwise a very cozy restaurant. Invitingly furnished.

The most friendly staff!! Atmosphere was amazing!

It's a really bad restaurant, their food was neither quality nor ethical

The food is one of the most authentic and delicious Afghan cuisine so far. The service is good and the atmosphere is family friendly. 👍 👍

Wir haben uns auf Empfehlung des Hauses vegetarische Platten zusammenstellen lassen. Das war ok, aber nicht richtig gut. Der Sekt war abgestanden, wurde nach Reklamation aber direkt umgetauscht. Wir haben draußen im Hof gesessen, das war so semi-gemütlich. Drinnen sah es nicht besser aus. Es war ok, aber zum Wiederkommen reicht es nicht.

Chic restaurant in Hanover. There are also partly covered tables and seating in the inner courtyard. Even though the city center is pleasantly quiet. Service attentive and friendly. Recommended!

Nice restaurant - it's definitely worth coming early to get a nice table outside. Except for the dessert, the food was really great - next time we would like the rice pudding as a smaller portion and without the spray cream and ready-made chocolate sauce. Staff really super friendly.

1. Tolles Essen. 2. Super Service 3. Ruhige Gegend 4. Alles halal und frisch. 5. Die Dekos an den Wänden sind sehr reizend. 6.Die Preise sind hervorragend. 7. Sehr sauberes Restaurant. 8. Super Restaurant top also wirklich ich bin sehr erstaunt. Alles schmeckt so atemberaubend das ich da auch mehrmals hingehe und jedes weiteremal wird immer besser und leckerer. 9. Das Restaurant empfehle ich Ihnen zu 💯 Prozent Top Reastaurant. 10. Viel Spaß dort 👍🏻.